Liverpool have developed a reputation for being ruthlessly efficient in the transfer market, but they are currently in an unfamiliar position.
The mini injury crisis in central midfield has forced Jurgen Klopp to make a U-turn on his transfer stance. Liverpool are now on the lookout for a new midfielder, but are working against the clock, with the summer transfer window closing at 11pm on Thursday evening. That does not give the Reds much room to manoeuvre.
Former sporting director Michael Edwards, and his successor Julian Ward, have a proven track record of pulling rabbits out of hats. But this task will really test the Liverpool recruitment team.
